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Remembering esteemed primatologist Frans de Waal

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Biologist and primatologist Frans de Waal passed away last month at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking animal research.

Throughout his long career, primatologist Frans de Waal broadened our understanding of what other primates are capable of and taught us a lot about human behavior. De Waal passed away in March.

On this special episode of Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe revisits two different conversations with Frans de Waal about animal intelligence and what it can tell us about humans.

Guests:

  • Frans de Waal, primatologist and biologist
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.